How to travel from Jabalpur to Rishikesh, India

The distance between Jabalpur and Rishikesh is around 982km (610 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 5hrs.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Jabalpur to Rishikesh by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out RishikeshJabalpur if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Jabalpur (JLR) to Dehra Dun (DED).

  • Duration5hrs
  • Flight time4h 30m
  • Typical cost
    ₹13,130($165)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Damoh and then to Yog Nagari Rishikesh.

  • Duration24h 50m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹635($8)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Hazrat Nizamuddin then take the bus to Rishikesh.

  • Duration20h 40m
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,275($16)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Rishīkesh.

  • Duration13h 55m
  • Distance982km (610 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Jabalpur and Rishikesh

There are several options for getting from Jabalpur to Rishikesh by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹635 ($8) and will take around 24h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 5hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹13,130 ($165).

The distance between Jabalpur and Rishikesh is around 982km (610 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 790km (491 miles)

It takes around 5hrs to get from Jabalpur and Rishikesh by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 13h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Jabalpur to Rishikesh is to fly which takes around 5hrs and will set you back approx ₹13,130 ($165).

The cheapest way to travel between Jabalpur and Rishikesh, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹635 ($8) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Jabalpur and Rishikesh. It typically takes around 24h 50m and departs once daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Jabalpur to Rishikesh. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Damoh. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 24h 50m.

Indian Railways run train services between Jabalpur and Rishikesh. Trains depart once daily and will take around 24h 50m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Jabalpur and Rishikesh. We recommend that you fly from Jabalpur (JLR) to Dehra Dun (DED). instead which will take 5hrs.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Jabalpur and Rishikesh. Flights depart from Jabalpur (JLR) and arrive at Dehra Dun (DED) - via Hyderabad (HYD). The flight takes around 4h 30m.

There is no direct flight from Jabalpur to Rishikesh. There is however a flight that goes via Hyderabad (HYD). This services will take at least 5hrs (not including layover time).

The flight from Jabalpur to Rishikesh typically takes around 4h 30m. Flights depart from Jabalpur (JLR) and and arrive into Dehra Dun (DED).

The closest major airport to Rishikesh is Dehradun Airport (DED) (DED) which is approximately 34km (21 miles) from Rishikesh. Chandigarh Airport (IXC) (IXC) and Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) (DEL) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Jabalpur and Rishikesh. The distance is around 982km (610 miles) by road and it will take around 13h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Jabalpur to Rishikesh is to fly which takes, on average, 5hrs and will usually cost around ₹13,130 ($165).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Jabalpur and Rishikesh

Transport options from Jabalpur to Rishikesh
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
5hrs
₹13,130($165)
on demand2,155km (1,339 miles)
Train
24h 50m
₹635($8)
once daily1,179km (732 miles)
Train and Bus
20h 40m
₹1,275($16)
3 times a week1,143km (710 miles)
Drive
13h 55m
₹9,230($115)
on demand982km (610 miles)

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Airports near Rishikesh

The following major airports near Rishikesh offer regular flights to various popular destinations within India and internationally.

DED
Dehradun Airport (DED)
Domestic Airport
Distance
34km (21 miles) from Rishikesh
IXC
Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
International Airport
Distance
157km (98 miles) from Rishikesh
DEL
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
International Airport
Distance
208km (129 miles) from Rishikesh